Justin Herbert returns to practice, shows early promise in McDaniel's offense
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:36 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Justin Herbert made a noteworthy return to practice with the Chargers this week, demonstrating the effectiveness of new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel's system. In a 7-on-7 drill, Herbert completed all five passes, showcasing the timing and structure of the offense. The Chargers are optimistic about Herbert's readiness for training camp after his recovery from finger surgery. Coach McDaniel mentioned adjusting the workload for Herbert to optimize his performance. The return of tackles Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt from injuries further solidifies the offensive line as they enter mandatory minicamp in mid-June.
- •Herbert completed all five passes in a recent 7-on-7 drill.
- •McDaniel aims to ease Herbert’s workload early in training.
- •Slater and Alt have returned, enhancing offensive line depth.
- •Mandatory minicamp is scheduled for June 16-18.
- 2:36 AMYahoo Sports — Justin Herbert, Chargers adjusting to Mike McDaniel's new emphasis on quick timing throws
- 6:42 PMYahoo Sports — Justin Herbert’s early return may have just transformed Mike McDaniel’s playbook
"When the Los Angeles Chargers got on the field for the first time with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, quarterback Justin Herbert was instructed to get the ball out of his hands as quickly as possible on every throw. McDaniel then told the wide receivers to be ready for those incoming passes or risk being plunked in the head. “No one got hit in the face, and they did a great job of adapting, so I thought that was a cool way of really pushing us to get the ball out,” Herbert said.
"Justin Herbert was back on the practice field this week, giving the Chargers their first real look at how quickly Mike McDaniel’s scheme could take hold. Herbert went five-for-five in a 7-on-7 drill, but what stood out more was how the coaching staff got a better sense of how everything fits around his game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 2:36 AMJustin Herbert, Chargers adjusting to Mike McDaniel's new emphasis on quick timing throws
When the Los Angeles Chargers got on the field for the first time with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, quarterback Justin Herbert was instructed to get the ball out of his hands as quickly as possible on every throw. McDaniel then told the wide receivers to be ready for those incoming passes or risk being plunked in the head. “No one got hit in the face, and they did a great job of adapting, so I thought that was a cool way of really pushing us to get the ball out,” Herbert said.
- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 6:42 PMJustin Herbert’s early return may have just transformed Mike McDaniel’s playbook
Justin Herbert was back on the practice field this week, giving the Chargers their first real look at how quickly Mike McDaniel’s scheme could take hold. Herbert went five-for-five in a 7-on-7 drill, but what stood out more was how the coaching staff got a better sense of how everything fits around his game.
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